This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with Baxter Healthcare Corporation as a Quality Lab Associate I? This outstanding opportunity allows you to be part of a team that is diligent in maintaining the highest standards in healthcare. Our dedication to excellence and innovation ensures that you will be at the forefront of groundbreaking developments in the industry. We are looking for an ambitious and meticulous individual to join our team and contribute to our flawless operations. Job Responsibilities Perform chemical quantitative and qualitative analysis on intravenous solutions, sets, devices, raw materials, and plant water (distilled, non-distilled water) applying ‘wet’ chemistry techniques and instrument analysis. Use laboratory instrumentation, computer systems, and software to collect and record data. Must be able to use standard software applications such as MS Office Suite. Perform analysis requiring detailed analytical skills and understanding of chemistry principles. Perform investigations applying problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Prepare and perform protocols. Investigate deviations and write exception documents. Ensure regulatory compliance. Learn, understand, and apply rigorous quality standards, established guidelines, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Complete and peer-review documentation. Complete all testing, including special projects/protocol testing, in a timely and appropriate manner. Carry out additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by supervision/management. Have knowledge of both plant and department environmental health and safety regulations and align with said regulations accordingly. Work off shift hours and some weekends. Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical, or discrepancy issues occur. Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles. Knowledge, Skill and Abilities Computer proficiency is required. Ability to work independently. Good organizational and time management skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Physical Requirements Candidate must not have color blindness as determined by the Ishihara’s Test for Color Deficiency. Candidates must meet near vision visual acuity requirements annually as detailed in the Baxter-Cleveland Visual Acuity procedure CL-01-01-037. Required Education and Experience B.S. Degree or equivalent experience in Science (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Biology with Chemistry preferred). Quantitative analysis or equivalent lab experience within coursework. Experience with instrumental analysis is preferred. 0-3 years of experience. We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $68,000 - $85,000 annually. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We cannot sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa. US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico) This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter Equal Employment Opportunity Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. 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